Despite nearly three years of effort, the Government of the Republic of the Philippines (GRP) and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) have been unable to conclude their negotiations on ancestral domain issues. Although the 12 rounds of exploratory talks have narrowed the gaps, the final issue of the territorial extent of an autonomous Bangsamoro homeland remains the most difficult to resolve.

Dr. Steven Rood, the Asia Foundation Country Representative in the Philippines, is one of the most experienced, active, and knowledgeable observers of the Mindanao conflict. His perspectives on the ongoing peace process and the chances of getting a final peace agreement will help clarify key issues of how the GRP-MILF talks relate to broader issues of security, terrorism, and Philippine political trends.

Speakers

• Dr. Steven Rood
  Country Representative, Philippines and Pacific Island Nations | The Asia Foundation
• G. Eugene Martin, Moderator
  Executive Director, Philippine Facilitation Project | U.S. Institute of Peace

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